In a captivating showdown, India secured 9th place at the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup 2023 by defeating the USA in a thrilling contest. The game, which ended 2-2 after regulation time and extended into sudden death after five shootouts, showcased intense competition. Kiersten Thomassey contributed both goals for the USA (27’ and 53’), while Manju Chorsiya (11’) and Sunelita Toppo (57’) scored for India. Sunelita's crucial goal in the dying minutes leveled the game, setting the stage for a nail-biting finish. In the shootouts, Rutaja's remarkable performance, scoring on both opportunities, propelled India to victory in this closely contested match.

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